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06.09.2021
Farming UK reports that according to Strutt & Parker, there is significant potential in the rural sector for farmers and landowners to diversify The land specialists believe that rural sector has only scratched the surface of its potential when...
16.08.2021
The Swindon Advertiser reports that farmers in Wiltshire are calling for more funding to be allocated to county police to tackle the issue of rural crime The most common issue being theft, ranging from expensive machinery to livestock, is...
09.08.2021
The Yorkshire Times reports that the Government has announced a programme to support farmers across the country to reduce water and air pollution from their land In collaboration with Natural England and the Environment Agency, DEFRA will provide free...
12.07.2021
North Yorkshire’s Rural Commission, the first of its kind nationally, has set far-reaching recommendations in a report published last week by North Yorkshire Council The report calls for the levelling up of rural communities to transform the region into...
17.05.2021
Farming UK reports that a cross-party group of MPs and peers has launched a new inquiry that wants to explore ways to boost the UK rural economy post-pandemic The inquiry will explore why rural productivity is 18 percent below...
05.10.2020
The Yorkshire Post has reported on warnings from a rural property expert that the rising demand for high acreage farms could have ‘significant implications’ for the rural and farming community Farms of more than 500 acres were now commanding...
04.08.2020
* All figured used below are provided by NFU Mutual Cost of rural crime at eight year high - up almost 9% in just 12 months Coronavirus effect sees livestock rustling incidents ...
27.07.2020
Somerset County Gazette reports that rural stakeholders are joining forces to create a rural recovery plan for the south west, and are calling on rural groups to take part and help shape the region’s future Working with partners including...
06.07.2020
The National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC) want to ensure that young people who live, study or work in rural areas are given an opportunity to share key concerns about their rural future. Students, next generation farmers, land managers...
11.05.2020
The Farming Community Network (FCN) is a voluntary organisation and charity that supports farmers and families within the farming community through difficult times FCN runs a confidential national helpline (03000 111 999) and e-helpline ( help@fcn.org.uk ) which is...
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Public Sector Funding
The RSN demands fairer funding from Central Government who have historically and systematically underfunded rural areas.
Barriers to Access
The RSN campaigns to help rural residents overcome multiple access barriers to key services which includes poor transport and broadband.
Future of Rural Areas
The RSN is challenging often overlooked rural threats such as chronic underfunding, changes in population and diminishing resources.
Rural Health and Wellbeing
The RSN wants to ensure rural communities have the same access to health care as is currently received in urban areas.
Rural Vulnerability
Rural residents can suffer from Rural Vulnerability, due to a combination of issues such as poor transport, lack of broadband low wages and higher than average house prices.
Rural Housing
The affordability of rural housing to people from a range of ages and backgrounds is key concern for RSN.
Rural Economy
The RSN works to encourage a thriving rural economy in order to help support our rural communities.
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